Migrating from Java EE - to Spring Boot or something else?

Track: JakartaEE

Abstract

Many companies use old and expensive Java EE servers like WebSphere or WebLogic. If you're considering moving away from them, this session is for you. We'll explore three options: the widely used Spring Boot framework, modern open-source Jakarta EE servers like GlassFish, and emerging choices like Quarkus and Piranha Cloud.

Through live demos and discussions, we'll compare these options in terms of how easy it is to get started, how straightforward it is to migrate from Java EE, how developer-friendly they are, and what features they offer for production. We'll also look at the evolution of the Jakarta EE ecosystem and how it currently compares to SpringBoot.

Whether you're a developer, a DevOps engineer, or an architect, this session will give you practical insights and help you make informed choices about your Java stack. Join me in finding out the answer to the question: Should you migrate from Java EE to Spring Boot or something else?

Ondro Mihályi

Ondro is a software developer and consultant specializing in combining standard and proven tools to solve new and challenging problems. He's been developing in Java for over 10 years. He’s worked for clients like Payara, LottoLand, Uniqa and others. He has co-founded OmniFish, which provides enterprise support for Eclipse GlassFish and expert Jakarta EE services. He’s passionate about helping his clients and the wider Java community with their projects based on Jakarta EE and similar technologies. As an experienced Java developer and instructor, he's helped companies build and educate their development teams and improve their development processes. He's a core member of several opensource projects and Jakarta EE specification projects. He’s a frequent conference speaker, leader of the Czech JUG, and a Java Champion.